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Today we celebrate, remember and honor the incredi

Today we celebrate, remember and honor the incredible life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As a reverend and civil rights leader, Dr. King devoted his life to helping to unify our country through finding meaningful justice and peace.

Among his many words of wisdom, may we remember, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'” #mlkday

As chair of the Senate Agriculture & Rural Affairs

As chair of the Senate Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee for many years, and then as executive director of the Pennsylvania State Farm Show, the late Senator Mike Waugh was a fixture at the PA Farm Show Complex during farm show week! Grateful for this #ThrowbackThursday picture of us at Mike's last farm show in 2014, and the fun we had at the draft horse driving event in the large arena. 🐎

Farm show week is always a great time to support our state’s number one industry, enjoy delicious food, and make great memories. The 2022 show continues through Saturday. More details here ➡️ https://www.farmshow.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx

It is with gratitude and respect that we come toge

It is with gratitude and respect that we come together today, to thank law enforcement for their continued service and commitment to keeping our communities safe. #nationallawenforcementappreciationday

I was honored to attend the ribbon cutting for the

I was honored to attend the ribbon cutting for the newly restored and re-named, Madry-Kahlau Memorial Rink, at Wright Township Park. The ice rink was named in honor of former Crestwood hockey players Brian Madry and Tanner Kahlau.

Brian and Tanner were remembered as tremendously kind, funny, and driven young men, who met and became friends through hockey.

The project started last year and received over $50,000 in donations from members of the community put toward restoring the rink to full use. Wright Township also was awarded a DCNR grant that could be used to help develop a “master plan” for the future of the rink and the rest of the municipal park.

Read more about how the lives of these bright young men have left a legacy on our community here ➡️ https://www.timesleader.com/news/1533519/rink-dedication-honors-former-crestwood-hockey-players-madry-and-kahlau

Construction for the expansion of The Frank M. and

Construction for the expansion of The Frank M. and Dorothea Henry Cancer Center at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, is currently underway. This $78 million project will help to better serve patients, and their families, right here in our community. The 92,000-square-foot, 4-story expansion combines leading-edge cancer treatments, compassionate and skilled doctors and the latest technology. Thank you to Geisinger for the opportunity to tour the facility, and see the tremendous progress that has been made.

The year 2021 was highlighted by the resolve of Pe

The year 2021 was highlighted by the resolve of Pennsylvanians to move from pandemic to recovery, and the appreciation for the joys of everyday life. The start of each new year brings renewed optimism of bright futures for our families, friends, and neighbors. I wish you and your family a happy and prosperous new year!

Earlier this week, three local judges were sworn-i

Earlier this week, three local judges were sworn-in to office. Congratulations to Judge Tarah Toohil, Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, Judge Stefanie Salavantis, Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, and Judge Matthew Meagher, Wayne County Court of Common Pleas. These well-respected leaders will join the judicial system for the new year.

Merry Christmas! As we reflect on what is truly im

Merry Christmas! As we reflect on what is truly important this time of the year, I am grateful for my family, our wonderful community and the freedoms and opportunities that we are afforded in this great country. From my home to yours, wishing you a Christmas that is joyful and bright. 🎄

Watching & waiting for Santa!🎄🎅🏼🐶

Watching & waiting for Santa!🎄🎅🏼🐶

Special thanks to owners & employees of Pulverman

Special thanks to owners & employees of Pulverman in Dallas for organizing a donation drive to help families devastated by tornadoes in Kentucky. This humanitarian effort was truly an overwhelming response to the urgent need for donations for victims of these horrific storms. Approximately 70,000 pounds of new items were collected in total, and sent in trailers to Mayfield, Kentucky. Such a humbling act of one community coming together to help another community, 900 miles away. #community #volunteers #donations

For the past 24 years, Robert Thompson Jr. served

For the past 24 years, Robert Thompson Jr. served the Borough of Kingston, as a member of Borough Council since 1998 and as President of the council for 12 years. Robert retires this month, and I was very pleased to present him with a Senate Citation.

During his tenure, he has been instrumental in the development of the Hoyt Library expansion project, the Kingston Fire Department headquarters, the Kingston community pool, the Kingston Recreation Center and various local park and infrastructure improvement projects. In addition, Robert worked tirelessly to ensure that the community has first-rate police, fire, ambulance and skilled public works services.

Thank you to Robert for his many years of dedicated and exemplary service to the residents of Kingston. Well done! 🎉

The Capitol building is always inspiring, but yest

The Capitol building is always inspiring, but yesterday the #PASenate Chamber was especially festive, thanks to the beautiful poinsettias that our colleague Senator Kane brought for each member!

Today the #PASenate approved probation reform meas

Today the #PASenate approved probation reform measures aimed at reducing the amount of taxpayer dollars spent on the system, while better integrating probationers into society.
The reform measures approved by the Senate, take a giant step forward to implement greater fairness in the process, eliminate excessive incarceration, give individuals a more reliable second chance to get their lives right, and offer taxpayers a break from ever-rising state correctional costs.
I am proud to have worked with reform advocates, judicial and correctional leaders, and legislators seeking to achieve constructive and sustainable reform, and I commend their efforts to come together.
Ensuring community safety is paramount with every reform put forth in Senate Bill 913. To release an individual should not be a unilateral or rash determination. Those involved in the front end of justice, including victims, warrant a say on terminating a legally imposed sentence and the transition to freedom. But with one of the largest systems of state supervision in the country, efficient and effective changes are needed.

It was great to be part of celebrating Dennis Brin

It was great to be part of celebrating Dennis Brink’s retirement after 46 years of service to Dingman Township, Pike County! I was pleased to present Dennis with a Senate Citation.

Dennis served this country with honor and distinction as a member of the United States Armed Forces during the Vietnam War and was then appointed to the Dingman Township Board of Supervisors in 1975. He advocated for a balance between regulation and property rights, supported the volunteer fire and ambulance departments and actively worked to purchase land for a park, as well as developed that property into playgrounds, ballfields and trails. In addition, he donated his time and the equipment from his business to refurbish trails and install kiosks at the local parks, dig test pits for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System applications and clear snow and trees from roads.

Congratulations and thank you to Dennis for his many years of honorable & dedicated service. Well done! 🎉

The choir from Northwest Area High School in Luzer

The choir from Northwest Area High School in Luzerne County came to the Capitol last week. They took a tour of the building and spent some time singing in the East Wing Rotunda. A very talented group! 🎶

I took a short break from meetings in Harrisburg t

I took a short break from meetings in Harrisburg today, to walk around and admire the festive Christmas decorations that adorn the outside and the halls of the Capitol. I’m grateful for these few quiet moments this afternoon. 🎄

Next week the Senate will be back in Session and the halls will be filled once again with elected officials, staff, advocacy groups and visitors. The week of December 13th should be very productive in the Senate. Stay tuned for more information about how we will be working together to strengthen our Commonwealth.

Thank you to Quantum Communications for inviting m

Thank you to Quantum Communications for inviting me to be the guest speaker at their December Policy Briefing. It was a great conversation regarding many legislative issues that have been advanced by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Over the last legislative session, the overarching goal of the Committee has been implement reforms to better protect children, institute greater fairness & accountability, help the system to become more cost effective & foster greater savings for taxpayers.

We also spent some time specifically discussing probation reform legislation, Senate Bill 904, Senate Bill 905 and Senate Bill 913. For more information about the Senate Judiciary Committee, visit ➡️ http://judiciary.pasenategop.com/

Today on the 80th commemoration of the attack on P

Today on the 80th commemoration of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we pause to reflect and pay tribute to the Americans who died during the horrific attack and the brave survivors who went on to fight during WWII. May future generations always remember that freedom and peace are never without a cost. 🇺🇸#PearlHarborRememberanceDay #wwii

It was an honor & privilege to assist in the 8th n

It was an honor & privilege to assist in the 8th night of Chanukah Candle Lighting and Mayrutz Run at the @friedmanjcc in Kingston. It was wonderful to see so many people at this special event within our community. 🕎🕎🕎

I was pleased to attend the PA Camp Association (P

I was pleased to attend the PA Camp Association (PACA) Legislative Roundtable to hear about issues of importance for the summer camp industry, which is a vital part of northeastern Pennsylvania’s economy. The average camp has been a mainstay of the Pocono economy for 66 years. Many families depend upon these camps to provide their children with recreation, education, socialization, and skills development during the summer months. Thank you to members of Wayne County Camp Alliance and Greater Pocono Camp Association for their advocacy efforts. 🏕️
For many, summer camps are a place to develop a lifelong appreciation for the joys and opportunities afforded by the outdoors. We cannot begin to put a price tag on the value of the healthy pursuits engaged in, the skills acquired and refined, and the friendships that are developed. The bonus of course is all the economic activity and tax revenue generated for host areas.
Over the past 15 years, PACA has raised awareness on many key issues for camps on topics as wide ranging as building codes to background check regulations, offering input on how legislative initiatives will affect the camp community at large. For more information on their efforts, visit ➡️ https://pacamps.org/.

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